(Downtown) Under-8/ Under 9 Boys Recreation Program

Program Overview

Designed for children born in 2019/2018.

Players begin to refine their technical skills while gaining a better understanding of the flow of the game. This is where we truly to instill the competition into the kids. Training introduces passing, movement, and basic positioning through small-sided games and guided activities.

Sessions encourage teamwork, listening skills, and effort, while maintaining a fun and engaging atmosphere that supports continued confidence and development.

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Early years program overview

  • Who this program is for

    This introductory program is designed for children born in the year 2019/2018. This program is specifically intended to facilitate families who live in the downtown Toronto core, in particular Fort York, Liberty Village, Harborfront, Kensington-Chinatown and surrounding neighborhoods.

  • What's included

    • 22 Weeks of soccer classes
    • A full uniform upon sign-up
    • Cool report card
    • Professional coaching
    • Access to Teamsnap
    • Stickers

  • What they learn

    • Fundamentals Development level
    • Progress to slightly more complex movement, skills and coordination
    • Encourage communication to the coach and peers
    • 1v1 competition is incorporated into almost every session (foundation of making skilled players)
    • Teach offensive 1v1 moments and defensive 1v1 moments
    • Incorporation of 2v1 scenarios and 2v2 scenarios
    • Technical passing is slowly incorporated into sessions
    • Connecting drills to real game scenarios

Program schedule

  • Program dates & options

    Oct 17th- April 17th (22 Weeks)

  • Training schedule

    Day:
    Saturdays

    Time:
    1:45 p.m- 2:55 p.m.

    Frequency:
    Once per week

  • No session dates

    Dec 19th, 2026

    Dec 26th, 2026

    January 2nd, 2027

    Feb 13th, 2027

    March 27th, 2027

  • Location

    St Mary's Catholic Elementary School

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What to expect

  • Players can expect age-appropriate training led by qualified coaches, with an emphasis on fun, teamwork, and development, all within a supportive environment where every player participates and communication remains clear throughout the season.

Other Programs & Locations

  • House League

    There is a House League for this group!

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    Check link below for more info.

    House League is a fun, community-driven program for players of all skill levels, offering a supportive and semi-competitive environment. Through weekly games and a game-based format, players build confidence, teamwork, and game understanding while enjoying regular match play with friends.

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    House League is a fun, community-driven program for players of all skill levels, offering a supportive and semi-competitive environment. Through weekly games and a game-based format, players build confidence, teamwork, and game understanding while enjoying regular match play with friends.

    Learn more about our house league program 

  • Competitive Programs

    We have a Competitive Program for 2019 kids in this group!

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    Click link below for more info

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    For kids who want a bit more of a challenge and to play against other teams from across the city and GTA.

    Check out the picture above of some of our competitive kids at BMO stadium in summer 2025.For kids who want a bit more of a challenge and to play against other teams from across the city and GTA.

    Check out the picture above of some of our competitive kids at BMO stadium in summer 2025.
    Learn more about our competitive program 

  • Etobicoke

    This program is specifically intended to facilitate families who live in Etobicoke. In particular communities such as New Toronto, Mimico-Queensway, Long Branch, Alderwood and surrounding communities.

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  • Parkdale

    This program is intended for families from Parkdale, Roncesvalles, Liberty Village, Little Portugal, Trinity-Bellwods and surrounding neighbourhoods.

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